家務 — meaning in English
jiā wù
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English meaning
- chore noun A routine task, especially one needed to keep a home running, such as cleaning or cooking.
- drudgery noun Hard, boring, and unrewarding work.
- fatigue noun Extreme tiredness, whether physical or mental, from exertion or lack of rest.
- fatigues noun Loose, practical clothing worn by soldiers for everyday duties or combat.
- task noun A specific piece of work that needs to be done.
Senses
家務 is used for these senses in English:
- donkey work (idiomatic) Work that is difficult, boring, and routine.
- drudgery Exhausting, menial, and tedious work.
- fatigue (often, in plural) A menial task or tasks, especially in the military.
- fatigues (military) Menial duties, especially as punishment.
- task A difficult or tedious undertaking.
chore — full definition
- noun A routine task, especially one needed to keep a home running, such as cleaning or cooking.
- noun Any task that feels tedious or unpleasant.
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